Where to stay in Istanbul

Offering a shared lounge, various recreational opportunities, and a hair salon, the 4-star Seven Hills Hotel - Special Category Istanbul lies in a cultural area of Istanbul, 0.9 km from the functioning Blue Mosque and just 5 minutes' walk from the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum. This Istanbul hotel provides guests with a rooftop bar and air-conditioned rooms with views of the city, while the ancient Sultanahmet District is approximately 500 metres away.

Situated approximately a 5-minute stroll from the Great Palace Mosaic Museum, the 3-star Seraglio Hotel & Suites Istanbul includes baggage storage. This Istanbul hotel lies in Fatih with the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople, not far from such cultural sights as the superb Istanbul Archaeology Museums.

Located a mere 5 minutes' stroll from the Basilica Cistern, the wonderful 5-star Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel Istanbul provides ticket service for the utmost comfort and convenience. You will find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool in the traditional-style hotel that offers a central location in the very heart of Istanbul and is right near such relaxing retreats as Cagaloglu Hamami Public Bath.

Featuring a restaurant, the 5-star Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul At Sultanahmet lies about a 5-minute walk from the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum. Some of the 65 rooms offer views of the street and there are a traditional Hammam, a steam room, and a sauna on site.

Along with a prime location 6 minutes' walk from the l6th-century Sokullu Mehmed Pasa Mosque, the 3-star Istanbul Holiday Hotel provides its guests with a sundeck, various recreational opportunities, and barbecue grills. Located 2.1 km from the limestone Valens Aqueduct, the hotel features 30 rooms with views of the garden.

Situated about a 25-minute stroll from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum, the 4-star Kent Hotel Istanbul includes a restaurant. This Istanbul hotel lies in the Bulvarnoe Ring district of Istanbul, in proximity to such cultural sights as the Serpent Column.

Offering a storage room and a lobby area, the award-winning Golden Crown Hotel Istanbul lies in the Old City Sultanahmet district of Istanbul, 950 m from the Serpent Column and about 25 minutes' walk from the Church of the Monastery of Christ Pantokrator. Offering an à la carte restaurant plus a sun terrace, a shared lounge, and various recreational opportunities, this 3-star hotel is conveniently located a few steps from a tram stop.

Located 4.2 km from the l6th-century Sokullu Mehmed Pasa Mosque, Hotel Empress Zoe Istanbul offers air-conditioned rooms 25 minutes' walk from the Roman Valens Aqueduct. There is also a car park.

Situated just 0.9 km from the great Hagia Sophia Museum, the 3-star Sultan Mehmed Hotel Istanbul features Wi-Fi in public areas and public parking nearby. Located in the vicinity of a convenient place to shop such as the word Sultanahmet District, this Istanbul hotel provides 8 rooms.

Located around 400 metres from the historical urban Gulhane Park, the fantastic Sura Design Hotel & Suites Istanbul offers Wi-Fi in public areas and a car park. Steps away from the Basilica Cistern, the 4-star boutique hotel offers a prime location and includes an à la carte restaurant.

Offering a lovely atmosphere, the comfortable Ahc Ayasofya Hotel - Special Class Istanbul lies in Fatih with the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople, only 7 minutes' walk from the Basilica Cistern. Boasting a location near the palace Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, the 4-star smoke-free hotel offers 40 rooms and a rooftop bar onsite.

Situated about 5 minutes' walk from the late 16th - century Ottoman German Fountain, the 4-star Hotel Arcadia Blue Istanbul features a restaurant. While staying at the hotel, a safety deposit box and 24-hour security service are available for guests to use.

Featuring currency exchange and a tour desk, the boutique-style Sultan Palace Hotel Istanbul is situated in the historic district of Istanbul, only a 12-minute walk from the historic Sultanahmet District. This 3-star hotel showcases parquet floors in its decor and provides parking for guests.

The charming 4-star Armada Istanbul Old City Hotel is merely 1.1 km from the Ottoman-era Friday Blue Mosque and offers guided tour service, as well as boats for rent. Boasting a location within a few blocks of the 4th - century Byzantine Hagia Irene Church Museum, this Istanbul hotel offers 108 rooms and a lounge bar onsite.

Nestled in a historical neighbourhood, the 3-star Hotel Peninsula Istanbul is only 1.3 km from the large Topkapi Palace harem Museum. Featuring a storage for belongings, the hotel is located not far from the Basilica Cistern.

The 5-star Ajwa Sultanahmet - Preferred Hotels Lvx Collection Istanbul offers air-conditioned rooms around a 15-minute walk from the sea. Overlooking the sea, this fantastic hotel lies right near the sultan Ahmed Blue Mosque and includes a Turkish steam room and a sauna.

The unique Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection By Hilton Hotel, located within 20 minutes' walk of the 85m-tall Beyazit Tower, is proud to feature a private art gallery. Boasting a location steps away from the functioning Blue Mosque, the 5-star smoke-free hotel offers 78 rooms and a garden bar onsite.

Providing guests with cars for rent, the 3-star Hotel Saba Istanbul is nearly 20 minutes' walk from the prominent Turkish Istanbul University. The hotel is a good starting point for exploring Istanbul, including the sultan Ahmed Blue Mosque, which is merely 300 metres away.

Nestled in the Bulvarnoe Ring district of Istanbul, nearly a 25-minute walk from the Galata Bridge, the comfortable Nova City Hotel Istanbul offers a terrace. This 3-star hotel features 24-hour security service and a luggage locker, as well as general amenities such as currency exchange and a lift.

Ares Hotel Istanbul offers currency exchange and a lift in the historic part of Istanbul, a 20-minute walk from the Galata Bridge. The hotel provides guests with a lounge bar and air-conditioned rooms with views of the city, while the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum is about 300 metres away.

The 4-star The Byzantium Suites Hotel & Spa Istanbul provides air-conditioned rooms and stands around a 20-minute walk from the sea. Located in the vicinity of the l6th - century Sokullu Mehmed Pasa Mosque, this wonderful hotel offers views of the city along with a traditional Hammam, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna.

Offering guests an archaeological museum, the charming Grand Yavuz Hotel Sultanahmet Istanbul strategically sits nearly 20 minutes' walk from the historic Rustem Pasha Mosque. Steps away from the Ottoman - era Friday Blue Mosque, the 4-star smoke-free hotel with 12 rooms features a sauna and a shared lounge, plus an à la carte restaurant, serving international specials.

Featuring a full spa with a massage treatment, the pet-friendly Antea Hotel Oldcity -Special Category Istanbul is located nearly a 5-minute walk from the sultan Ahmed Blue Mosque. Guests can enjoy a poolside bar along with a Turkish steam bath and a hot tub, in proximity to the Basilica Cistern.

Located in the Old City Sultanahmet district of Istanbul and around 5 minutes' walk from the functioning Blue Mosque, the smoke-free Hotel Spectra Sultanahmet Istanbul features a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities. The 2-star hotel offers Wi-Fi in the rooms and has a xerox and complimentary wireless internet access.

Offering a restaurant, the 4-star Hotel Amira Istanbul lies in Fatih with the peninsula coinciding with old Constantinople, merely 0.8 km from the byzantine basilica Hagia Sophia Museum and about 10 minutes' drive from such cultural places of interest as the Dolmabahce Palace. This Istanbul hotel features valet parking and concierge service, along with Wi-Fi throughout the property.

Featuring Wi-Fi in public areas, Celine Hotel - Ottoman Mansion Istanbul sits a 20-minute walk from the Storied 16th - century Suleymaniye Ottoman Mosque. This hotel offers currency exchange and a lift, and leisure facilities, such as a winter garden, a shared lounge, and a library.

The comfortable The Camelot Hotel Istanbul is situated near the entertainment district of Istanbul, just 8 minutes' walk from the sultan Ahmed Blue Mosque. Boasting a location not far from the historic Sultanahmet District, the 3-star hotel features 10 rooms as well as a shared lounge and a shopping area.

Featuring a shared lounge and recreational facilities, the 3-star newly refurbished Avicenna Hotel Sultanahmet Istanbul is nestled approximately a 25-minute walk from The Quincentennial Foundation Jewish Museum of Turkish Jews. The elegant hotel has an American restaurant serving American cuisine and is situated not far from the ancient Sultanahmet District.

The 4-star smoke-free Amber Hotel & Spa Istanbul is only 1.5 km from the great Hagia Sophia Museum, featuring a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities. Located a mere 9 minutes on foot from the historic Blue Mosque, this Istanbul hotel offers a Turkish steam room and a foot bath on site, and great access to sacred landmarks like the Church of the Monastery of Christ Pantokrator, nearly a 10-minute drive away.

Featuring a central setting only 8 minutes' walk from the great Hagia Sophia Museum, the 4-star Hotel Sultanhan - Special Category Istanbul includes a private art gallery. Located right near the Egyptian Obelisk of Theodosius, this Istanbul hotel offers a rooftop bar, massage therapy and a shared lounge.